Principles for effective leadership; styles of leadership, parish organizational structures, and models of team ministry skills to work with volunteers. Decision making, problem solving, and dealing with conflict and resolution. Note: This course is open only to licensed Registered Nurses. Distance delivery.

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Note:Credit may be obtained for only one of Parish Nursing 302 or Parish Services 302
 

An examination of Christian doctrines from their Biblical roots to their confessional restatement in the creeds and confessions of the Christian church, with specific emphasis upon Lutheran faith and practice. Note: This course is open only to licensed Registered Nurses. Distance delivery.

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Note:Credit may be obtained for only one of Parish Nursing 375 or Religious Studies 375
 

An introduction to the basic concepts of the newly-emerging professional practice of parish nursing which has as its basis the Christian faith and seeks health promotion with a preventative focus, through church ministry. At its center is spiritual care with faith and health clearly linked. The attitudes, knowledge, and skills needed for the role of "parish nurse" in a local Christian church, a health-related organization, or other community context, are systematically examined. Specific functions of the role (e.g., health education, personal health counselling, advocacy, and linking to resources) are described and important practical issues regarding parish nursing practices and professional standards are addressed. Note: This course is open only to licensed Registered Nurses. Distance delivery.

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